PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT, HOME HEALTH in Corinth, Mississippi at Magnolia Regional Health Center

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Home Health

PRN

Job Summary:

The PTA implements customized physical therapy plans inside patients' residences under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist, focusing on mobility, safety, and functional recovery. Execute care plans: administer therapeutic exercises, gait and balance training, and manual therapy techniques mapped out by the supervising PT. Functional and in-home assessments: evaluate home safety hazards, recommend assistive devices, and assist with daily living mechanics. Train family members and caregivers on safe transfer techniques, home exercise routines and ongoing pain or swelling management.

Education:

Must have an associates' degree from an accredited PTA program

Licensure & Certifications:

Active state PTA license and a valid driver's license.

Skills & Attributes:

Strong clinical autonomy, reliable mobile transportation that has liability insurance coverage for visiting multiple homes per day, and empathetic communication for working one-on-one with geriatric or post-surgical populations.